Write essays that sound like you
AI-powered writing with smart autocomplete, research integration, and rich formatting. Your voice, amplified by AI.
Free to start · No credit card · Export to PDF, Word & Markdown
From blank page to finished draft in three steps
Start writing with structure, momentum, and research already in place.
Start from a template
Pick an argumentative, analytical, or research outline so you never face a blank page.
Write with AI alongside you
Smart autocomplete predicts what comes next, and AI Edit rewrites, expands, or shortens any selection.
Research, polish, and export
Pull sources with Cmd+J, refine your arguments, then export to PDF, Word, or Markdown.
Why students love Scholarly essays
Stop staring at blank pages. Let AI help you write faster without losing your voice.
Smart autocomplete
AI predicts what comes next as you type. Completions match your writing voice and adapt based on what you accept.
AI editing & generation
Select text and click AI Edit to rewrite, expand, or shorten. Generate entire sections from a topic description.
Research built-in
Press Cmd+J to find sources, expand arguments, or get feedback without leaving your essay.
Everything you need to write better essays
All the tools to draft, edit, and polish your writing
Rich Text Editor
Full formatting with headings, lists, bold, italic, highlights, tables, and alignment. Professional results.
Essay Templates
Start with structured outlines for argumentative, analytical, or research essays. No blank page anxiety.
AI Chat (Cmd+J)
Open AI chat anywhere. Ask for help expanding paragraphs, improving arguments, or finding better words.
Tables & Equations
Insert tables and math equations. Perfect for lab reports, technical writing, and data-heavy essays.
Export & Submit
Export to PDF, Word, or Markdown. Submit assignments or share with classmates directly.
Dark Mode
Write comfortably day or night. Full dark mode support across the entire editor.
AI that amplifies your voice, not replaces it
Most AI writing tools spit out generic paragraphs that read like everyone else's. Scholarly works differently: it learns how you write and predicts the next sentence in your own voice, so the finished essay still sounds like you wrote it.
Because research lives right inside the editor, you can find sources, check a claim, or expand an argument with Cmd+J without breaking your flow or switching tabs. The result is a faster draft that you actually understand and can defend.
And when you are done, one-click export to PDF, Word, or Markdown means there is no copy-paste cleanup before you submit. From outline to submission, the whole essay stays in one place.
Frequently asked questions
Does the AI write the whole essay for me?
No. Scholarly is built to assist your writing, not replace it. Smart autocomplete suggests the next sentence, AI Edit refines selections, and research tools find sources — but you stay in control of the final draft so it reflects your own understanding.
Will the writing sound like me?
Yes. Autocomplete adapts to your writing voice and learns from the completions you accept, so suggestions match your tone instead of producing generic, formulaic text.
Can I add citations and sources?
Press Cmd+J to open research inside the editor, find relevant sources, and pull them in without leaving your essay. Pair it with the Citation Generator for APA, MLA, Chicago, or Harvard formatting.
What formats can I export to?
Export your finished essay to PDF, Word, or Markdown in one click — ready to submit, print, or share with classmates.
Is it free to use?
You can start writing for free with no credit card. Upgrade to Ultimate for higher AI limits and access to every study tool in Scholarly.
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Ready to write better essays?
Start writing with AI assistance for free. Go Ultimate for higher limits and every study tool in one workspace.
Free
- 3 AI Chat messages per day
- 3 AI creations per day
- 1 file upload per day (8MB)
- 5 quiz questions per day
- 1 exam attempt per day
- 15 voice minutes per day
- 32-page PDF to flashcards
- 500 autocomplete words per day
Use it to generate flashcards, improve a deck, make a podcast, create a video lecture or infographic, build slides, make a mind map or study guide, or process a recording.
Ultimate
$144 billed yearly
Everything in Free, plus:
- Unlimited normal chat & autocomplete
- Unlimited premium model messages
- Unlimited AI creations
- Unlimited file uploads (up to 300MB)
- Unlimited study sessions
- Unlimited exams & quizzes
- 1000-page PDF to flashcards
- Export to Anki
- Priority support
Pricing in USD. Local currency available in app.
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What students say
Scholarly has been a valuable tool for my studies. The AI-generated flashcards and intuitive features make organizing and retaining information much easier.
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Student
This app is great for studying for big test. Drop your PDF's in the system and it'll do the trick. You can organize it specifically for your needs.
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Student
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Your questions, answered
Is Scholarly free to use?
Yes! The free plan includes core study tools with daily limits: AI Chat messages, 3 AI creations per day, research reports, file uploads, quizzes, practice exams, and manual flashcard creation. Upgrade to Ultimate when you want unlimited AI creations and higher limits.
What uses my daily AI creation?
Generating flashcards, improving a flashcard deck, making a podcast, creating a video lecture or infographic, building slides, making a mind map or study guide, or processing a recording each use the same daily free AI creation allowance. AI Chat messages, uploads, quizzes, and exams have their own separate daily limits.
Can I cancel anytime?
Absolutely. There are no contracts or commitments. You can cancel your subscription at any time from your account settings, and you'll keep access until the end of your billing period.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit and debit cards through Stripe. Pricing is displayed in USD by default, but local currency is available in the app.
Do you offer discounts for educators?
Yes, we offer special pricing for educators and educational institutions. Contact us at hello@scholarly.so for details.
What happens when I hit a free plan limit?
You'll see a prompt to upgrade. Your existing work is never lost — limits only apply to new daily actions like AI Chat messages, uploads, quiz questions, and new AI creations. Limits reset every day.
For Educators or Schools
Contact us for special pricing at hello@scholarly.so.